Mirka Laura Severa

Two parts roses to three parts kitsch. Photographer and art director Mirka Laura Severa shows us how to make an irresistible love cocktail February 14, 2018 TextBelle HuttonFilmMirka Laura Severa Love, in all its guises, and on any day of the year, entails a heady mix of emotions. Mirka Laura Severa agrees: “As sweet and nice as it is, love can also hurt,” the photographer and art director says.

The skin is the largest organ of the body, so it’s no surprise that it reflects more about our lifestyle than we would care to admit. Complexion looking a little pallid of late? The culprit is most likely the extra couple of cigarettes you’ve been smoking to combat stressful days in the office. Blotchy and dry? A telltale sign of too many late nights drinking espresso martinis, rather than ample amounts of rest and rehydration.

The origins of the tracksuit are in vigorous aerobic activity, conjuring images of Jane Fonda and her muscular assistants glistening with perspiration in 1980s workout videos, and Melanie C. – A.K.A. Sporty Spice – wowing the 1990s with her high kick, all in the name of girl power.